Thank you for joining NCPERS in Las Vegas for the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, where public pension professionals came together for education, innovation, and collaboration.
2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE)
Your Premier Source for Public Pension Education
Thank you for joining NCPERS in Las Vegas for the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, where public pension professionals came together for education, innovation, and collaboration.
Key Takeaways from the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition
The 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition (ACE) brought public pension professionals from across the country to Las Vegas for four days of education, collaboration, and connection. As NCPERS celebrated 85 years of serving the public pension community, attendees explored the issues shaping retirement systems today while building relationships to last long after the conference. Highlights from this year's ACE included:
- Education and insight: Attendees participated in 40+ sessions led by industry experts, with discussions spanning governance, investments, administration, fiduciary responsibility, and emerging challenges for public pension systems. View the agenda below and email us for access to session materials.
- Connection and community: Over 800 attendees came together over four days to learn from one another, connect with their peers, and ultimately strengthen our public pension community.
- Continuing education: Attendees could earn up to 15.25 hours of continuing education credits, helping them return to their systems with practical strategies and fresh perspective. If you participated in a continuing education program, you will receive an email two weeks after the conference with instructions on how to access your credentials. Please note: you must log in to your Member Compass to access your proof of continuing education.
- Solutions and partnerships: Sponsors and exhibitors helped make ACE possible while connecting attendees with tools, services, and ideas that support strong public pension operations. Click here to sign up for updates on future conferences.
Join us for next year's ACE, May 16-19, 2027 in New York City.
NCPERS Champions & Pension Partners of the Year Awards
NCPERS honored the recipients of its 2026 Champions Award and Pension Partners of the Year Award during the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition, recognizing public pension funds and service providers that are advancing fiduciary education and strengthening industry collaboration.
Advance Your Skills with NCPERS University
Make the most of your time onsite with our pre-conference programming: NCPERS University is designed to give trustees and pension professionals the tools, confidence, and practical skills to excel—not just during our events, but in every decision that shapes your fund’s future.
NCPERS Advanced Fiduciary (NAF) Institute
Held in both the spring and fall, NAF is where pension professionals and experienced trustees go to become certified experts in the skills needed to strengthen their retirement systems.
Trustee Essentials Training
Formerly known as TEDS, this program equips new trustees and staff with the knowledge and practical skills needed to make informed decisions and effectively fulfill their fiduciary duties.
Relive the Moment: 2026 ACE Highlights
Explore moments from this year’s Annual Conference & Exhibition, from expert-led sessions and peer learning to networking, sponsor engagement, and NCPERS’ 85th anniversary celebration.
“Shortly after being elected to our Retirement Board, I was swimming in the deep end with information overload. The best thing I was able to do to come to terms with my new responsibility was to attend NCPERS ACE and Trustee Essentials Training. The knowledge and connections I have made are second to none, and as long as I hold a seat on the board, NCPERS’ events are a must-attend for me.” – Shawn Carney, Fire Captain, Lieutenant, Uniformed Retirement Fairfax County Retirement Systems
Inside the Annual Conference & Exhibition: 2026 Agenda
Thank you to our speakers for contributing their time and expertise to this year's ACE.
To access session slides, please contact education@ncpers.org.
Thank You to Our 2026 ACE Sponsors & Exhibitors
NCPERS thanks the sponsors and exhibitors who helped make the 2026 Annual Conference & Exhibition possible. Their support helped create a dynamic environment where public pension professionals could explore solutions, build relationships, and connect with partners who understand the needs of retirement systems.
Interested in connecting with public pension leaders at an upcoming NCPERS event? Explore future sponsorship and exhibit hall opportunities.
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